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Delaware State Reporter

Location

Dover, Delaware, United States of America

Date

Apr 04, 1854

Page

2

Delaware State Reporter Advertisement Rates and Notices

The semi weekly reporter outlines advertising rates and policies including cash terms, single insertions at 50 cents per square, half yearly discounts, and business cards at 10 dollars per year. It notes postpaid letters, anonymous communications discouraged, voluntary submissions considered, and job printing offered. It proclaims wide circulation in Kent and Sussex counties and lists agents in Wilmington for subscriptions and ads.

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Delaware calls to enforce road guide post law and county indictments

In a April 4 1854 column the paper urges grand juries to indict road overseers who neglect erecting required guide posts at cross roads in Delaware. It notes few posts exist aside from a few private finger boards and discusses agriculture, Maine Law debates, and local civic matters, including naval funding and Dover school elections.

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Magnolia the White House and river progress in 1854

Magnolia, known as the White House, sits near Dover and Florence Landing as stages run daily. Locals praise Messrs. McIlvaine for town growth, with a new store, grain market, and planned post office. A steamboat trip to Florence Landing impressed residents, proving river navigation possible despite tides, and sparking hopes for broader commerce and infrastructure in the Magnolia area.

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Wilmington Affairs Describe Voting Controversy and Law Fight

Fragmentary report details Ward officials and citizens debating liquor law, property searches, and constitutional rights. Cites Governor Seymour and temperance conflict, with references to elections and potential property forfeitures amid unrest on Frost Street.

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Arrival of the Canada Four Dey and Aftermath Theatre of War

Shipping news reports the Canada arriving in good order after a long voyage, with focus on the fleet actions near Beyrens and Sehestiopell. Allied forces maintain pressure while Turkish resistance persists. exchanges over food prices and market quotes are noted amid ongoing hostilities. The French fleet maneuvers east of the line of battle ships, and court announcements reference orders from the Queen. The text sketches troop movements, siege lines, and strategic considerations affecting the Western Front.

Execution of David Jewell by infamous hangman in Pittsburg

Reports from Pittsburg describe the execution of David Jewell by a notorious hangman, reputedly George Alberti, formerly of Philadelphia. Observers recount brutal conduct on the scaffold, including stripping and rough handling, provoking strong public shock and potential violence.

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Delaware Railroad Company calls for stock instalments

At a Dover meeting in 1854 the Delaware Railroad Company board authorized a $5 per share call due May first and an additional $5 per share due July first, with notices and local bank cashiers named to receive payments. Delinquent stockholders face a 2 percent monthly forfeiture and legal collection, per a treasury notice urging prompt payment. The treasurer James F Allee notes the road will be built and urges friends to assist. Also an ad announces Jones & Co Crescent One Price Clothing Store offering uniform low prices and ready to tailor, at No 200 Market Street Philadelphia.

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Battles and movements near Kalafat and Giurgevo

Describes Turkish and Russian forces clashing with Turkish gains and heavy casualties on both sides. Notes strategic aims to distract the enemy from Kalafat, with cannonades between Bastchok and Giurgiu and Ottoman commander Omer Pacha seeking to cross the Danube. Regrets foreign ambassadors advised against crossing Pruth and the loss of a fortress.

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Markets Report From Boston Area Trading Posts

The Markets list a jumble of commodity prices and item names. Wheat and corn figures appear with varied quotes, alongside oats butter beef dried peaches and apples. Seasonal flour and seed prices are noted with several weights and units, indicating a broad rural goods market snapshot.

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